Dining, Special events
Where to eat Thanksgiving dinner in Chicago
Chicago is a dining destination 365 days a year, which means there are tons of amazing restaurants open on Thanksgiving. After you’ve worked up an…
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Shop Chicago’s gift-filled holiday markets
Looking for the perfect gift? Chicago is home to a magical array of holiday markets, from artisan pop-ups with cool handmade items to traditional Christmas…
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What to eat, drink, and buy at Christkindlmarket Chicago
Christkindlmarket has been a holiday tradition in Chicago since 1996. Modeled after the 16th-century holiday markets in Germany, the free-admission outdoor bazaar in downtown Daley…
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How to celebrate Native American history and culture in Chicago
Chicago is home to one of the largest urban Native American communities in the United States, with about 65,000 Native American residents and some 175…
Blog, Special events
Where to celebrate Diwali 2024 in Chicago
Diwali, also known as Deepavali or the festival of lights, is a Hindu holiday typically celebrated in India, South Asia, and across the diaspora. The…
Blog, Special events
How Chicago is hosting the most accessible Democratic National Convention in history
Chicago prides itself on being an inclusive and welcoming place to live and visit, making it the perfect location to host landmark events like the…
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Meet the Chicago businesses in the spotlight during the Democratic National Convention 2024
We’re only a few days away from the Democratic National Convention, one of the biggest events on the calendar this year in Chicago. The gathering…
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25+ Chicago spots for wellness and self care
Chicago isn’t just hustle and bustle — there are also plenty of opportunities to relax and enjoy all the serene locations our city has to…
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The Bean is back! Your guide to The Bean’s reopening
“The Bean” is back! The construction to the area surrounding the iconic sculpture is now complete, just in time for Millennium Park’s 20th anniversary season.…
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Celebrate Millennium Park’s 20th anniversary with free events all summer long
Millennium Park is truly the heart of downtown Chicago, an urban sanctuary that’s home to free events, tranquil gardens, and stunning public art like the…
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Where to watch the solar eclipse in Chicago
April’s total solar eclipse is shaping up to be one of the year’s biggest events, and Chicago’s museums and attractions offer plenty of opportunities to…
Blog, Family, Hotels, Special events
10 Chicago hotels decking the halls for the holidays
No other city shines with the spirit of the holidays like Chicago. Families glide across the ice on scenic skating rinks, shoppers sip mulled wine…
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